Question

Identify the false statement regarding the research institutions in Kerala.

1. Kerala has a significant number of research and development institutions, totaling 36.
2. Out of the 36 research institutions, 21 are owned by the central government.
3. 9 research institutions in Kerala are owned by the state government.
4. All research institutions in Kerala are exclusively focused on Information Technology research.

• A. ii, iv
• B. iii only
• C. All
• D. i, ii, iii

Answer 1

Answer:

D. i, ii, iii

• Kerala hosts 36 research and development institutions. Of these, 21 are under the ownership of the central government, and 9 are owned by the state government.

• These institutions engage in research across a diverse range of sectors, including agriculture, education, fisheries, horticulture, infrastructure development, medical sciences, public policy, and small-scale industries, among others.

• Their research scope is not limited to Information Technology but spans multiple critical areas for economic and social development.